Miniminchilipadu - Poduru, West Godavari
Miniminchilipadu is a village situated in the Poduru mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poduru and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Miniminchilipadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Miniminchilipadu is 588701. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 534327 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Miniminchilipadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Achanta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Narsapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Miniminchilipadu
As per Census 2011, Miniminchilipadu village has a total population of 781 people, consisting of 409 males and 372 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 522 literate and 259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 404 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Miniminchilipadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 781 | 409 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 212 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 292 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 117 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Miniminchilipadu
Miniminchilipadu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Poduru | West | 2.57 km |
| Pandithavilluru | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Achanta | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Achanta Vemavaram | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Gummaluru | South | 3.45 km |
| Penumanchili | East | 4.86 km |
| Marteru | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Kothalaparru | North | 5.13 km |
| Jagannadhapuram | North-West | 5.20 km |
| Mettaparru | South-West | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Miniminchilipadu
Miniminchilipadu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chinta Parru Ha, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palacole to Miniminchilipadu is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Miniminchilipadu is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Miniminchilipadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Miniminchilipadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Miniminchilipadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Miniminchilipadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Miniminchilipadu
Where is Miniminchilipadu located?
Miniminchilipadu village is located in Poduru Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Miniminchilipadu?
Miniminchilipadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Miniminchilipadu?
The pincode of Miniminchilipadu is 534327.
What is the population of Miniminchilipadu?
Miniminchilipadu has a total population of 781, including 409 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Miniminchilipadu?
There are 208 households in Miniminchilipadu.
What is the literacy rate in Miniminchilipadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Miniminchilipadu is 66.84%. Male literacy is 71.39% and female literacy is 61.83%.